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The Alexandria Sheriffu2019s Office is recruiting qualified applicants for a career as a Deputy Sheriff. We are seeking candidates dedicated to serving the community with honor, respect, and courage. You must have unquestioned integrity and a commitment to serve others in this rewarding profession. Applicants for the position of Deputy Sheriff should possess exceptional flexibility, with a willingness to work both day and night shifts, weekends, and holidays as assigned. We are accepting applications on a continual basis and will notify candidates of the opportunity to attend the first component of our selection process when it is scheduled.u00a0Deputy Sheriffs primarily work in the Officeu2019s direct supervision adult detention center, which houses approximatelyu00a0350u00a0adult inmates. Deputies manage inmate living units, handle inmate discipline, respond to inmate requests, supervise inmatesu2019 day-to-day activities, and resolve various problems. Other responsibilities of a Deputy Sheriff outside of the Detention Center include service of court papers, warrant execution, courthouse/courtroom security, prisoner transportation, community engagement, and general law enforcement duties within the City of Alexandria.u00a0u00a0All newly hired Deputy Sheriffu2019s will begin their career working in the William G. Truesdale Adult Detention Center. Deputies work a 12.5-hour shift of either days or nights. All shifts work approximately 15 days per month which equals 87.5 hours every two-week pay period.u00a0Entry-level salary for deputies is $55,101.80, plus built-in overtime for Detention Center deputies averaging more than $6,000 per year. Candidates who are currently certified by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) as a Law Enforcement Officer will earn a starting salary of $57,858.32. u00a0Prior years of relevant Virginia law enforcement experience will be reviewed and can result in additional salary increases.The Sheriff's Office is committed to the health, safety, and wellness for all staff. In support of that commitment,u00a0allu00a0newly hired employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Applicants with a disability or sincerely held religious belief which prohibits them from receiving a vaccine may request a reasonable accommodation. Adherence to this policy is a condition of employment.

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